Rising prices and sluggish wage growth are making holiday shopping even more stressful this year.
But if there’s one thing Mainers are great at, it’s being resourceful: taking used or forgotten wares and making them new again.
Thrift stores + reuse shops are full of gems if you know where to look!
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Maine District 1
Chellie Pingree
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Voting Record — 534
Yes39%
No55%
Present1%
Not Voting5%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Chellie Pingree
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaine District 1
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Chellie's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 22 sponsored · 158 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
To all our immigrant neighbors: You are wanted. You are valued members of our communities. You belong here. We will continue to fight for you.
This is a critical step toward giving farmers the tools they need to safeguard their operations while federal and state agencies confront PFAS head on.
PFAS isn't some faraway crisis. Maine farmers are confronting it *right now*.
They deserve real federal support.
That’s why Sen. Collins and I introduced the Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act, which would create a USDA program to test for contamination, compensate farmers + improve remediation.
What happened to the Andres is truly awful, and shows just how heartless Trump’s crackdown has become.
Seeing hundreds of students march in support of their classmates is so inspiring.
“An injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”
These kids get it. It's an honor to represent them.
If they defy the courts and follow through with these threats, they'll be undermining the very transparency they claim to care about, leading to more delays, more errors and more uncertainty.
They’re hellbent on sabotaging SNAP—and making life infinitely harder for the 170K Mainers who rely on it.
States already provide data to ensure the integrity of SNAP. Now, the USDA is threatening to withhold admin funds if states don't hand over personal info for MILLIONS of people.
Maine is among the states fighting this egregious overreach in the courts, which have temporarily blocked USDA’s demands.
Trump loves to talk about how he ended [8? 9? 500?] wars.
The one time he helps? He makes it all about himself—affixing his name to the façade of the U.S. Institute of Peace, an independent agency over which the White House has *zero* authority.
He’ll do anything to feed his delusions of grandeur.
The ferry that runs between Rockland and Matinicus that bears his name is a daily reminder of the remarkable Mainer who gave so much to this country and to the Penobscot Nation.
My thoughts are with his family, his loved ones, and the entire Penobscot community.
Maine will never forget him.
Maine lost an extraordinary hero today.
Charles Norman Shay lived a life defined by courage and service. From landing on Omaha Beach at just 19 years old and saving lives during the war, to preserving Penobscot history and honoring Native veterans, he left an indelible mark on Maine and the world.
The White House is scrambling to rewrite the narrative about the boat strikes off the coast of Venezuela, including a second strike that was ordered on survivors who clung to the wreckage.
Congress needs answers.
Their continued weaponization of hunger is grotesque. It's lawless, it's cruel, and it targets the most vulnerable among us.
It’s also patently *ILLEGAL* to withhold SNAP benefits.
My @houseagdems.bsky.social colleagues and I will fight this illegal power grab every step of the way.
Rather than confront the growing hunger crisis, the Admin is hellbent on destroying a program 42 million Americans rely on.
They want to withhold SNAP funds from states that won't hand over sensitive info—data they want for immigration enforcement, despite a court order blocking that demand.
Be safe, don’t drive unless you have to, and remember all the people out plowing the roads, keeping the power on, and helping their fellow Mainers.
I hope everyone is staying safe—and finding a little magic in today’s winter wonderland.
If you’re out enjoying it, I’d love to see your photos!
There’s something about the first big snowfall. Seeing how excited the grandkids get (especially when school’s cancelled!). The way the snow clings to the leafless trees.
It’s one of my favorite times of the year. I just wish I could be up in Maine to enjoy it. Nothing but rain down here in D.C.!
Congress needs a full accounting of who ordered what, under what authority, and why.
Hegseth should be prepared to answer—under oath—for the decisions he made and the lives they ended.
If Hegseth truly issued an order to "kill everybody," that is a grave violation of U.S. and international law that rises to the level of a war crime.
Despite our repeated requests, members of Congress have received no evidence justifying these strikes—or the Administration’s broader campaign.
So nice to meet you, @rhyanr.bsky.social! Thanks for saying hi!
On my way to DC after a great Thanksgiving home.
We need answers on Trump’s Russia dealings, a real investigation into Hegseth's possible war crimes, and swift action to protect the ACA.
We also have 9 bills to finish to keep the government open. No time for ridiculous Republican distractions.
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m grateful to spend today with friends + family.
I’m also thinking about the many neighbors feeling stress today instead of comfort.
I’m deeply grateful to Good Shepherd Food Bank + orgs across Maine working tirelessly to support families. It truly takes a village.
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Voting History534 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
534 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2312 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2270 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6504 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6500 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-12 | H.R. 2683 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-09 | H.R. 5184 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 1834 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 131 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 504 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Divisions B and C | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Division A | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-06 | — | Call of the House | PRESENT | — | — | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 6703 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 6703 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3616 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Con. Res. 64 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Con. Res. 61 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Res. 953 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Res. 953 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 3632 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 3632 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 4371 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 4371 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-16 | H. Res. 951 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.